Victor J Fulladosa

Ever since Bradley L. Jacobs became Orange County assessor 15 years ago, his only political challenges have come from his own employees. The June 5 election is no different. Three employees are running against the boss. "There aren't any issues in this election. I am carrying out the laws and the state Constitution equally and fairly for everyone," said the 58-year-old Jacobs. "I can't tell you why my employees run against me," he said. "It is not unique to Orange County.

Ever since Bradley L. Jacobs became Orange County assessor 15 years ago, his only political challenges have come from his own employees. The June 5 election is no different. Three employees are running against the boss. "There aren't any issues in this election. I am carrying out the laws and the state Constitution equally and fairly for everyone," said the 58-year-old Jacobs. "I can't tell you why my employees run against me," he said. "It is not unique to Orange County.

Two candidates, both of whom filed less than two hours before the deadline Friday, could offer serious surprise challenges to Orange County Sheriff Brad Gates and Dist. Atty. Michael R. Capizzi in the June 5 election. Capizzi is now facing challenges from three prosecutors who work for him, including the chief deputy, who filed Friday.

Two candidates, both of whom filed less than two hours before the deadline Friday, could offer serious surprise challenges to Orange County Sheriff Brad Gates and Dist. Atty. Michael R. Capizzi in the June 5 election. Capizzi is now facing challenges from three prosecutors who work for him, including the chief deputy, who filed Friday.